Intern - Supplier Quality Assurance

Appone; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

RENK America is seeking a student to establish an efficient Receiving Inspection process using the TIPQA RI module within our Supplier Quality team. The role focuses on streamlining inspection, eliminating paper methods, and enabling online results review across departments.

You will gain hands-on experience in RENK America's quality and supplier processes, collaborating cross-functionally to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Quality/Engineering/Supply Chain.
• Junior or Senior status with minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Capacity to work effectively with others on projects.
• Familiarity with database systems.

Responsibilities

• Analysis and planning.
• Design and implementation.
• Documentation of new process.
• Training of new process.
• Support internal MPA audits with document control and corrective actions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

MS Office

Team collaboration

Database familiarity

Education

Quality/Engineering/Supply Chain degree (pursuing)

Tools

TIPQA

TIPQA RI Module

Job description

About the Organization RENK America is a leading supplier in the defense, marine and industry sector with superior mobility, propulsion and drive train solutions. Our tradition is centered on precision-engineered systems for maximum impact, efficiency and endurance. RENK's ambition is to support each and every one of its customers to exceed standards in harsh conditions and combat situations. RENK America employs over 500 employees at our US locations in Muskegon, Michigan, Cincinnati, Ohio, Camby, Indiana and Roseville, Michigan. RENK America is driven by this sense of pride and purpose in our country and our community.

Description

Job Description

Establish an effective and efficient Receiving inspection process using the TIPQA Receiving Inspection Module. The TIPQA Receiving Inspection (RI) module streamlines the inspection process for received materials, eliminating paper-based methods and improving data accuracy and efficiency. By automating inspection processing, the module allows for online viewing of results by relevant departments, expedites information processing, and helps validate data against master records. This role offers a chance to join a dynamic Supplier Quality team that plays a critical role in ensuring both customer satisfaction and supplier excellence. You will gain hands-on experience in RENK America's quality and supplier processes, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Functions

• Analysis and planning
• Design and implementation
  • Documentation of new process
  • Training of new process
• Will be part of MPA audits internally which require document control and assist with corrective action steps

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Quality/Engineering/Supply Chain
• Jr. or Sr. status with a minimum of 3.0 GPA
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Capacity to work effectively with others on projects
• Familiarity with database systems

Preferred Additional Skills

• Detail-oriented with strong organisations skills
• Willingness to learn and adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Quality Engineering tools
• Manufacturing or automotive industry experience

Full-Time/Part-Time Seasonal

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

EOE Statement

RENK America is proud to be an affirmative action/ equal opportunity employer. RENK America is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. RENK America maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

This position is currently accepting applications.